Kindergarten Registration

2026-2027 Kindergarten Registration

If your child turns 5 years old by December 1, 2026 they are eligible for Kindergarten or Developmental Kindergarten (young 5's/Time to Grow) for the 2026-2027 school year!

Step One: Please fill out the online registration form and choose a Testing Appointment time. Once you fill out the form, a staff member will contact you regarding the next steps. Online registration will be available beginning March 9th.

Step Two: Bring your child to their designated Kindergarten testing Appointment. You will also need to bring the following documentation with you:

  • Birth Certificate
  • Immunizations
  • Proof of Residency
  • Any relevant court documents

While at the testing appointment, parents will fill out the registration documents as their child completes the testing appointment with one of our Kindergarten staff members.

Questions about the registration and enrollment process can be directed to the Reynolds Elementary Office by phone or email:

  • Phone- 517-283-2188
  • Fax- 517-283-3973
  • Email: Briana.Couch@readingrangers.org

Kindergarten Visitation

We will have a Kindergarten Visitation for all newly enrolling Kindergarten and Developmental Kindergarten students on April 8th from 6-7pm. Students currently enrolled in our Developmental Kindergarten program do not need to attend.

Please do not bring siblings as space is limited. 

Students will get to visit with the teachers, see the classrooms, do a craft and enjoy a snack. Parents will get to have an informational meeting with  the principal, Mr. Wisel.  

Preschool 26-27 School Year

Reynolds Elementary does not offer preschool sign-ups. To sign up for preschool in Hillsdale County please visit the Hillsdale County Great Start Collaborative website at https://www.greatstarthillsdale.com/preschool-sign-up.html, call 437-3346 ext. 3246 or 517-257-9287 or send an email to nsalameh@caajlh.org.


Tools to help prepare your child for Kindergarten:

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Reynolds Elementary

221 Strong Avenue
Reading, MI 49274
Phone: 517.283.2188
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Kindergarten or Developmental Kindergarten?

What is Developmental Kindergarten?

  • A two year Kindergarten program

  • Students work at a slower Pace

  • Students have a chance to mature and grow

  • Good for students who have a later summer or fall birthday, or students who have never attended school before

  • Students have the same daily schedule as those in the Kindergarten classes

What are Kindergarten Expectations?

By the end of the year:

  • Students will learn to read independently

  • Students will learn to write a story independently

  • Students will be able to add and subtract within 20

  • Students will be able to fluently read and use digraphs, vowel teams, and sight words.